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Job Details
Company: Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Location: Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Education: Experience
Experience: Qualifications
Reference Number: 381-IM-7376842-A
Date Posted: 07 October 2025
Application Deadline: 21 November 2025
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the unit for a B6 PACS Mammographer. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Radiographer that has the Postgraduate Certificate in Mammography to work in the Breast Units at City Hospital, Walsall Manor Hospital and the 5 dedicated screening mobile units that are used within the community.
We are one of the largest screening programmes in the West Midlands and being an innovative team we undertake many trials and have recently purchased an ABUS and looking to incorporate further new technologies such as CESM.
The applicant will coordinate and deliver the PACS requirements within the service inclusive of City Hospital, Walsall Manor Hospital and the 5 mobile screening vans, delivering highly specialised support to the team.
For essential effective patient management, the post holder will work as one of two PACS mammographers within the service. The post holder is required to work closely with the clinical teams and service provider on a daily basis to provide PACS support.
The PACS coordinator Radiographer will be the first point of contact within the department to lead and deliver management of the PACS system and regularly monitor and maintain the system. The post holder will also be the lead in training other staff in PACS to ensure knowledge is disseminated within the breast unit to ensure high standards of care to all clients and patients.
About the Employer
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people. Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.
When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) Radiography
- Current HPC Registration
- Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography
Desirable:
- Experience at writing protocols / guidelines using research-based evidence of best practice
- Desire to improve IT understanding
- Desire to improve workflows
Experience
Essential:
- Specialist expertise underpinned by theory and extensive practical experience
- IT skills
- Must be willing to work independently
- High standard of clinical skills
- Ability to undertake audit
- Evidence of current Continuing Professional Development to Health Professions Council (HPC) standard
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
International Applicant Checklist:
- Verify your eligibility for a skilled worker visa with the UK Home Office
- Gather your professional qualifications and certifications
- Ensure you have current HPC registration or equivalent
- Prepare evidence of your Continuing Professional Development
- Contact Syeda Alam (Programme Manager) with any questions about the sponsorship process
- Submit your application through the NHS Jobs website before the closing date
li>Prepare your CV highlighting your mammography experience and PACS knowledge
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Information
Employer Website: https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/
Address: Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, Breast Unit, Birmingham Treatment Centre, Dudley Road, Birmingham, B18 7QH
Pay Scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Contact Information
Contact Person: Syeda Alam
Job Title: Programme Manager
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01215074967
Supporting Documents
The following documents are available for download:
- Job Description (PDF, 223 KB)
- Person Specification (PDF, 160 KB)
Privacy Notice
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Equal Opportunities
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Professional Development
We are committed to the continued professional development of our staff. This role offers opportunities for training and development in emerging technologies such as ABUS and CESM, ensuring you remain at the forefront of mammography practice.
Benefits Package
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, access to occupational health services, and opportunities for flexible working arrangements where possible.
